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as in to summarize
to make into a short statement of the main points (as of a report)
his personal code of behavior on the playing field is epitomized by his favorite saying, "It's not whether you win or lose, it's how you play the game"
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as in to embody
to represent in visible form
the Parthenon in Athens epitomizes the ancient Greek ideal of architectural beauty
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Recent Examples of epitomize
Volkswagen, which also owns Audi and Porsche, epitomizes the manufacturing prowess and export success that has turned Germany into one of the world’s biggest economies — which is now under grave threat.
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Hanna Ziady, CNN, 30 Oct. 2024
Sectional epitomizes modern minimalism with a European flair.
—Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 29 Nov. 2024
Clark, who missed two games with a knee injury that nagged him all season, epitomized those qualities.
—Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 24 Nov. 2024
An extraordinary moment when a Catholic Mass is interrupted by yet another accusatory letter floating down through the vaulting arches epitomizes the psychic damage a nation inflicts upon itself.
—Armond White, National Review, 20 Nov. 2024
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Hanna Ziady, CNN, 30 Oct. 2024
Sectional epitomizes modern minimalism with a European flair.
—Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 29 Nov. 2024
Clark, who missed two games with a knee injury that nagged him all season, epitomized those qualities.
—Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 24 Nov. 2024
An extraordinary moment when a Catholic Mass is interrupted by yet another accusatory letter floating down through the vaulting arches epitomizes the psychic damage a nation inflicts upon itself.
—Armond White, National Review, 20 Nov. 2024
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After my responses, summarize the business model that best aligns with my answers and suggest what this means for my target audience.Jodie Cook, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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This content was summarized by generative artificial intelligence using public filings retrieved from SEC.gov.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 20 Dec. 2024
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Braden Mann’s botch of the opening kickoff, Luke McCaffrey’s 47-yard return and Jeremiah Trotter Jr.’s unnecessary roughness penalty embodied the sloppy play that’s recently been awarding opponents advantageous field position.The Athletic NFL Staff, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
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These cities embody the true spirit of Andalusia, with locals whose warmth and hospitality are ready to welcome you with open arms.Marco Palermo, Travel + Leisure, 25 Dec. 2024
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Based on a series of stakeholder meetings in summer 2023, public input and consultant analysis, the report outlines some 220 action steps.Matthew Glowicki, The Courier-Journal, 20 Dec. 2024
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But for long-term milestones, outline a broader, more comprehensive vision with flexible, adaptive timelines that require regular review and adjustment in response to market, business, and technological changes.Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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Nurture their confidence Encourage your Capricorn child to express themselves and communicate their thoughts and feelings.Fiona Tapp, Parents, 18 Dec. 2024
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Likely Topical Areas For Trump And Tech CEOs Data Centers and AI: Each company has expressed public AI aspirations — which will require the expansion of existing data centers and construction of new ones.Tor Constantino, MBA, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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“Epitomize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/epitomize. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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